Grant Hamel

Grant Hamel has extensive work experience in the insurance industry, spanning over several decades. Grant began their career in 1979 as an Otago Regional Manager and Personnel Manager at State Insurance. In 1995, they worked as a Company Secretary at Norwich Insurance Group NZ. Grant then joined AMI Insurance Company in 1999, where they held multiple roles, including Area Manager and Seconded to Manager of Insurance Services and Support. Grant was responsible for achieving strategic goals and leading initiatives, including the development of staff and the introduction of new insurance products. In 2012, they were seconded to Manager of Insurance Services and Support, and in 2014, they worked as a Network Manager. Grant also gained entrepreneurial experience as a self-employed Earthquake Settlement Specialist contracted to IAG in 2015. Most recently, they joined Timaru District Council in 2017 as a Customer Services Manager.

Grant Hamel attended St Patricks High School in Timaru from 1973 to 1977. Grant did not obtain a degree or specialize in any field of study during this time. Grant also holds a certification as a Senior Associate from the Australia New Zealand Insurance Institute, but the information about the institution and when they obtained it is not provided.